9th Grade Midterm Exam Review

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Eucatastrophe

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A term invented by Tolkien for the 'good catastrophe' that typically resolves the plot of a Faerie narrative.

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Protagonist

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The main character in a literary work.

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Thesis Statement in a 5-paragraph essay

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A definable, debatable claim that is the last sentence in the introductory paragraph and provides 3 supporting arguments that will be discussed in each of the 3 body paragraphs.

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Static Character

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A character who does not change over the course of a story but contributes to the plot.

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Reliability of Web Resources

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Researchers must evaluate the reliability of web resources because there is no body of monitors who regulate and verify information published on the internet.

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Antagonist

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The force of nature, individual, or group of people trying to stop or frustrate the plans or aims of the protagonist; the 'bad guy'.

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Dynamic Character

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A character who undergoes significant internal change over the course of a story.

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Theme

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The central idea or message in a literary work.

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Characterization

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The process by which an author introduces and develops characters in a story.

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Conflict

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The struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the plot.